Jan Smithers, born Karin Jan Smithers on July 3, 1949, in North Hollywood, California, is a retired American actress, model, and singer. She is best known for her role as Bailey Quarters on the CBS sitcom "WKRP in Cincinnati" (1978-1982).
Jan Smithers grew up in a middle-class family in Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, and attended the California Institute of the Arts. She began her career as a successful fashion model before transitioning to acting.
She made her acting debut in the TV series "Love Story" in 1973 and gained recognition for her role in the film "Where the Lilies Bloom" (1974). Her career breakthrough came with "WKRP in Cincinnati," where she played the shy and intelligent Bailey Quarters.
| Full Name | Jan Smithers |
| Other Name | Karin Jan Smithers |
| Gender | Female |
| Occupation | Actress/Singer/Model |
| Date of Birth | 03-July-1949 (77 years) |
| Birth Year | 1949 |
| Birth Location | North Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, United States |
She also appeared in TV series such as "The New Mike Hammer" and "The Love Boat," and in films like "Starsky & Hutch" and "The Love Tapes".
In her personal life, Jan Smithers was married to actor James Brolin from 1986 to 1995, and they had a daughter together. She later moved to Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, before returning to California.
Since retiring from acting in 1987, she has focused on her spirituality and living a peaceful life away from the public spotlight.
James Brolin
Spouse (m. 1986–1995)Kipp Whitman
Spouse (m. 1971–1972)Molly Elizabeth Brolin
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- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jan_Smithers
- https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0810453/
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